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ClosewithMario I’m Mario Cerrato — a South Florida Mortgage Loan Officer and Realtor® with over 25 years of experience helping families achieve homeownership.

Through my brand CloseWithMario, I combine deep mortgage expertise with real estate knowledge to make buying or

Did you know that a buyer's market can be a great opportunity for homebuyers? In these times, there’s often less competi...
10/08/2026

Did you know that a buyer's market can be a great opportunity for homebuyers? In these times, there’s often less competition and potentially better prices!

Have you been looking to buy? What factors are most important to you when considering a home purchase?

Wondering how to remove mortgage insurance from your loan? It's a common question for many homeowners. By reaching a spe...
10/08/2026

Wondering how to remove mortgage insurance from your loan? It's a common question for many homeowners. By reaching a specific equity level or refinancing, you may be able to eliminate that extra monthly cost. Have you started thinking about the options available to you?

Mario Cerrato · loanDepot · NMLS #93260 · Company NMLS #174457
For general education only; not a commitment to lend. Loan availability and terms depend on individual circumstances and lender requirements. Equal Housing Opportunity.

🚨 **1 spot left — Plantation, FL** 🚨Did you know there’s up to **$80,000** in down payment & closing cost assistance ava...
09/08/2026

🚨 **1 spot left — Plantation, FL** 🚨

Did you know there’s up to **$80,000** in down payment & closing cost assistance available through Broward County’s Homebuyer Purchase Assistance program? 🏡💜

I’ve got **one reserved allocation** open right now for a qualified buyer looking in Plantation — first come, first served.

✅ Must be a first-time homebuyer
✅ U.S. citizen or permanent resident
✅ Household income under the limit for your household size (see chart)
✅ 0% interest, deferred payment, forgivable after 15 years

This kind of opportunity doesn’t sit open long. If you (or someone you know) has been waiting for the right moment to buy in Plantation, this could be it.

💬 DM me or call/text 305.219.2788 to see if you qualify.

Every month, your rent check disappears.No equity. No ownership. Nothing to pass on.But here's what most South Florida r...
03/11/2026

Every month, your rent check disappears.

No equity. No ownership. Nothing to pass on.

But here's what most South Florida renters don't realize Florida has Down Payment Assistance programs designed to help eligible first-time homebuyers cover their down payment and closing costs.

If you can afford rent, you may be closer to owning than you think.
Programs available for eligible buyers include:
- State-funded DPA programs
- Broward & Miami-Dade county assistance
- FHA, VA & Conventional loan options
- Programs for various credit profiles

Your family deserves a home that's actually yours.

💬 Comment "RENT" and I'll personally review which programs may work for your situation completely free.

Mario Cerrato | NMLS # 93260
loanDepot | NMLS # 174457 | Equal Housing Lender
www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org

02/25/2026

The #1 reason Florida renters don't buy a home?

They think they need $30,000–$40,000 saved first.

They're wrong.

Florida has a program giving first-time buyers up to $10,000
toward their down payment right now. It exists. Most
qualified buyers just don't know about it.

Mario Cerrato is a South Florida mortgage advisor who helps
renters navigate exactly this — every single day.

Don't wait another year for a home you could have today.

Mario Cerrato | NMLS #93260 | Equal Housing Opportunity |
All loans subject to approval. Not a commitment to lend.

02/09/2026

I did my own halftime show, whatch’all think?

10/31/2025

Hey! 👋 Join us Wed 11/5 at 11am for Home for the Holidays: Realtor Edition 🎄
Learn how to help more buyers qualify with up to $115K in assistance!
📍 900 S Pine Island Rd, Plantation (Training Room)
RSVP 👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1848888337789?aff=oddtdtcreator

Feel free to invite your Realtor friends/teammates—seats are limited!

Address

1000 S Pine Island Road Suite 222
Plantation, FL
33324

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+13052192788

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